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Influence of Cultural Sensitivity on Self-Esteem of Palestinian Nurses in Neonatal Intensive Care Units

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: The relationship between cultural sensitivity and self-esteem among nurses in neonatal intensive care units is critical to job satisfaction and patient care quality. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from February to March 2024 on 223 nurses in neonatal intensive care units. Data were collected using Intercultural Sensitivity Scale and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. Results: The study found that nurses had a moderate level of cultural sensitivity ( M = 78.3, SD = 9.4) and self-esteem ( M = 24.8, SD = 1.0). A weak positive correlation was observed between cultural sensitivity and self-esteem ( r = .26, p < .01). In addition, cultural sensitivity was found as a predictor of self-esteem ( p < .05). Discussion: Findings highlight the positive relationship between cultural sensitivity and self-esteem among NICU nurses, suggesting that enhancing cultural sensitivity could improve self-esteem and job satisfaction.

Source: Journal of Transcultural Nursing

DOI: 10.1177/10436596251344739

Authors: Ahmad Ayed, Moath Abu Ejheisheh, Ibrahim Aqtam, Bahaa Alassoud, Ahmad Batran, Mosaab Farajallah

Institutions: Arab American University, Palestine Ahliya University, Nablus University for Vocational and Technical Education

Language: English

Topic: Cultural Competency in Health Care

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4411494865

FWCI: 12.64

Cites: 23

Cited by: 7

Related to: 10